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Patent GB-189819843-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Heat-insulating Bodies, also applicable for Deadening Sound.
Inventor: NOLTEMEIER CARL
Filed: 1898-09-19
Granted: 1898-12-03
Abstract: 19,843. Noltemeier, C. Sept. 19. Bricks; slabs.-Relates to the composition of a heat-insulating material, and to various forms of slabs, sleeves, and bricks suitable for heat insulation, or for deadening sound. The slabs, sleeves, or blocks are formed with air chambers or cavities. The material used for the hollow insulators is formed by boiling paper and pieces of asbestos in alum water, crushing the mixture, extracting the water, mixing with soluble glass and chalk into a firm paste, and finally moulding under great pressure into the requisite shape. Fig. 5 shows a form applicable to the insulation of a tube or pipe. Two semi-cylindrical sleeves are put together, being provided alternately with a tongue and groove, and tightened by means of a thin metal wire drawn over hooks a placed on their upper surfaces. Each insulating-body consists of three parts, viz., an outer cover A, an internal wall B, and a sheet of asbestos attached to both at their lower parts by soluble glass. The air cavities, mutually covering each other and enclosed by insulating-material, afford a stationary air insulation. The slabs may be used for insulating boilers or cylinders, and for deadening sounds in floors, walls, and ceilings, and the bricks for constructing arches of vaults or cellars, tunnels, ice-chambers, and other rooms requiring heat protection.
Patent GB-189820159-A (GB)
Title: Improved Locking Device for Velocipede Steering Gear.
Inventor: LOCKETT ARTHUR
Filed: 1898-09-23
Granted: 1899-08-19
Abstract: 20,159. Lockett, A. Sept. 23. Locks, key.-Relates to a combined steering-lock and key lock for bicycles &c. The cycle head carries a casing A fitted with a sliding bolt H, which may be pushed forward by a handle to engage holes in the head and steering- post so as to lock the steering-wheel. The casing also encloses locking- mechanism consisting of a bolt K and lever J. When shot by a key, the bolt K engages a shoulder on the sliding bolt H, and holds it in its locking position.
Patent GB-189821692-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Covers of Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: GRIFFITHS WILLIAM ARTHUR
Filed: 1898-10-15
Granted: 1899-10-14
Abstract: 21,692. Griffiths, W. A. Oct. 15. Tyres, pneumatic.-A cover for attaching the tyre to the rim is shown in partial section detached from the rim in Fig. 2. The turnedover interlocking edges a<6>, a<7> of the cover A' have lengths a<5> of thin sheet steel or wire inserted, and near one edge is a canvas flap a<2> in which is embedded a spring-steel wire A bent to a zigzag form. To allow the tyre to be sprung into position, the circumference of the flap a<2> is slightly less than that of the rim. In modified forms, a flap may be provided near each edge of the cover, or the edges of the cover may be secured together by studs and holes. The modification shown in section in Fig. 5 has bent wire A embedded in each edge of the cover.
Patent GB-189827519-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Foot Rests for Cycles.
Inventor: CRUICKSHANK ARTHUR BENJAMIN
Filed: 1898-12-30
Granted: 1899-10-21
Abstract: 27,519. Cruickshank, A. B. Dec. 30. Foot-rests.-The foot - rests a are mounted on U- shaped &c. frames b, b<1> clamped to the fork blades c, as shown.
Patent GB-189903081-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Composition for Rendering Fabrics Fireproof.
Inventor: WIGLEY HENRY
Filed: 1899-02-11
Granted: 1899-10-28
Abstract: 3081. Wigley, H. Feb. 11. Fireproofing. - Muslins, curtains, theatrical scenery, &c. are treated with a composition consisting of a specified proportion of ammonium sulphate and creosote, or, when used with distemper colours, of ammonium sulphate, gum arabic, and acetic acid.
Patent GB-189903270-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Combined Pocket Knife and Measuring Rule.
Inventor: CROOKES THOMAS
Filed: 1899-02-14
Granted: 1900-01-20
Abstract: 3270. Crookes, T., Crookes, H., and Crookes, W., [trading as Brookes & Crookes]. Feb. 14. Measure of length.-A scale G of a pocket knife is graduated, and a duplicate graduated scale B is pivoted upon it.
Patent GB-189905750-A (GB)
Title: Supports for the Legs of Billiard Tables and the like.
Inventor: WELZ VALENTINE
Filed: 1899-03-16
Granted: 1899-04-22
Abstract: 5750. Welz, V. March 16. Tables &c.-A right and left hand bolt 8, 9, with head 7 having holes 10, engages corresponding threads in a plug 6 and socket plate 4 on the bottom of the leg of a billiard table or the like. A sleeve 12 covers the space between the plug 6 and socket plate 4 ; it has a sliding door by which access is obtained to operate the bolt.
Patent GB-189908874-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steam Generators.
Inventor: COURTEEN HENRY
Filed: 1899-04-27
Granted: 1900-03-17
Abstract: 8874. Courteen, H. April 27. Instantaneous generators.-Three or other odd number of plates, flat or curved, are bolted or otherwise secured together, and the inner surfaces of the outer plates, or the two surfaces of the intermediate plate, or both, are grooved or channelled to afford a continuous passage for the water and steam ; or the intermediate plate may have channels cut through it. Fig. 1 shows, in sectional elevation, a generator composed of three such sets of plates, each set or element being composed of three plates bolted together. The outer plates are grooved longitudinally and transversely as shown in Fig. 4, which represents a transverse section of one element near one end. The longitudinal grooves communicate at each end with transverse grooves, and the grooves above and below the intermediate plate are connected together by an opening through the latter plate, the arrangement being such that the water entering below at one end passes to the other end and back again, then through the intermediate plate, and again to the other end at the top, whence it is conducted to the next element, through which it passes in a like manner and so on. The steam becomes superheated before leaving the generator. Fig. 9 shows a modified form of generator composed of conical plates, a spiral channel being formed by cutting away the intermediate plate. The intermediate plate is preferably of wrought metal, so that it may be caulked. The plates may be of cylindrical, spherical, or other suitable form.
Patent GB-189912944-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Velocipedes.
Filed: 1899-06-21
Granted: 1900-05-12
Abstract: 12,944. Mills, G. P., and Raleigh Cycle Co. June 21. Chains, adjusting tension of; frames.-The bottom bracket A, Figs. 1 and 2, preferably of sheet metal, is fitted with flanged &c. end plates B, which are bored eccentrically to receive the tube C carrying the ball cups D, D' of the crank-axle bearings. The tube sleeve is preferably formed of sheet metal, and has a rib c which engages slots in the end plates B to prevent rotation. The ball cup D is flanged, and a locking-ring E is screwed on to the cup D<1>. The tube C is movable to adjust the tension of the chain. Clutches, ball or roller, for free-wheel mechanism. The hub X, Figs. 5 and 6, carries the recessed disc F on which the chain ring G revolves, being held in place by side plates H connected by bolts hand sleeves h<1> forming distance-pieces passing through the recesses f. The clutch rollers J are provided with studs engaging slots in the plates H, or, when balls are used, they work in recesses in the plates. Springs K are interposed between the bolts hand the ends of the recesses in the disc F, to keep the rollers &c. in action. Brakes ; clips.-A double L-shaped lever M, Fig. 8, pivoted on a clip L on the handle-bar, carries a cross-piece m to be operated by the rider's thumbs, and has pivoted to it the brake rod N. A spring O normally keeps the brake out of action. Fig.10 shows a clip such as is used for connecting a brake lever to the handle-bar. The band part R has a tongue r cut out of it, which can be closed on the handle-bar &c. by a cross-bolt S. The clip can thus be clamped in position without altering the distance between the jaws r<1> carrying the pivot bolt of the brake lever Z.
Patent GB-189915309-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Insulating Electrical Conductors.
Inventor: COLLEY WALTER WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-07-25
Granted: 1900-05-12
Abstract: 15,309. Colley, W. W. July 25. Paper, impregnating with liquids, for covering electric conductors. Paper is impregnated with a mixture of glycerine and one or more of the following materials :-turpentine, creosote, naphthalene, or resin. The turpentine may be treated with sulphuric acid, and the creosote or naphthalene with caustic soda.
Patent GB-189918021-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Upholstery Goods such as Spring Mattresses and the like.
Inventor: KEIL WILHELM
Filed: 1899-09-06
Granted: 1899-10-14
Abstract: 18,021. Keil, W. Sept. 6. Mattresses ; cushions.-The upholstered part of a mattress &c. is fixed to a frame b, which is dropped on to a lower frame to which the spring surface is connected. The webbing a<2> is fastened at the ends in a recess on the top of the ends and sides of the lower frame. Pegs d prevent lateral displacement of the top frame, which is held in place by pivoted catches c<2> engaging pins c<1>.
Patent GB-189921845-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and in connection with Racing Yachts.
Inventor: PATERSON THOMAS
Filed: 1899-11-01
Granted: 1900-03-10
Abstract: 21,845. Paterson, T. Nov. 1. Centreboards and dropkeels; rudders.- Relates to means for facilitating the manoeuvring of racing yachts. Near the centre of the vessel is fitted a metal or other tube B, which may extend to about the depth of the vessel below the hull. It is preferably of elliptical section, and is supported by stays in the manner shown. Through it passes a stem G supporting a hollow drop-keel E, loaded with scrap metal. This drop-keel is raised and lowered by a winch L and tackle K, and may be held in the raised position by the folding-rod J. It is stayed by a line M passing over sheaves f, f to a suitable tackle on deck. Two rudders P, P<1> are fitted in the manner shown. By placing one to port and the other to starboard, the vessel may be turned in about her own length, and, by turning both in one direction, she may be worked to windward or leeward. To each rudder is pivoted a balanced horizontal rudder R, which prevents leeway when the vessel is close hauled.
Patent GB-189922264-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Bottle Sealing Machines.
Filed: 1899-11-07
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 22,264. Crown Cork Co., [Painter, W.]. Nov. 7. Stoppering ; capsuling and sealing bottles.-Relates to apparatus for fixing "crown corks " or caps on bottles, reference being made to Specifications No. 7877, A.D. 1892, and No. 17,671, A.D. 1898. In the present invention, the bottles are placed in succession from the table h on to the revolving bottle-rests e<2>, and are raised, by the cam b<1> engaging the rollers e'. to the revolving fixing-heads k<3>, where the caps are applied, after which the bottles are lowered by the cam b<2> engaging the rollers f, and again discharged on to the table h. Wipers are provided for centering the bottles in the guide-jaws e<3> of the rests, and for discharging the sealed bottles on to the table. The bottle rests and fixing-heads are carried by the cylinders c, c', mounted on the standard b, the cylinders being rotated by bevel gearing c<e>, c<3> from the powerdriven shaft c<4>. Each bottle rest consists of three telescopic cylinders e, e<4>, e<5>, and interposed controlling-springs j<3>, j<4>. The spring j<4> is normally under a compression equivalent to the pressure required for fixing the caps, and is maintained in this state by the dogs i<2> on the cylinder e<5> engaging the button i<1> on the rod i fixed to the cylinder e'. When, owing to variation in the length of the bottles, this pressure is exceeded, the dogs i<2> and button i<1> are forced downwards into the sleeve j, so relieving the pressure. The spring j<3> returns the parts to the normal position. The fixing-heads k<3> are also adjustable vertically, to accommodate bottles of different sizes. The caps are fed automatically from the hopper m, by the revolving feed-plate m<12>, and are delivered in succession through the chute o<7> into the throat ring k<5> of each fixing-head. The feed-mechanism also comprises several details adapted to prevent the caps from becoming jammed, and to ensure their entering the chute in the proper position. A ring k<10>,adjustably mounted on the pillar k<12>, surrounds the fixing-heads, and, with the spring plunger k<7>, in each head, serves to hold the cap in position to be fixed on the bottle by the sealing-throat_k<4>, Fig. 12<b>.
Patent GB-190011037-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Type-writers.
Inventor: BOERESCU CESAR JULIUS
Filed: 1900-06-18
Granted: 1901-06-15
Abstract: 11,037. Boerescu, C. J. June 18. Types-writers.-Relates to index-dial machines adapted for writing in books as well as on separate sheets of paper. The type-ring 1, Figs. 3 and 4, carries a strip of india-rubber 2 on which the type faces are formed, and opposite each type is a perforation in the ring into which a tapered centering- pin 3 enters when an impression is made. The type-ring is provided with a bridge-piece 21, from which extends a rod 22 bearing a handle 24 and a pivoted pointer 23. The pointer moves over an inclined dial-plate 20, carried by the vertical arm 7 of a three-armed frame 7, 6, 6, which supports the type-ring. In the three arms are secured pins 8, which constitute bearings for the type-ring. The three-armed frame can be depressed relatively to a frame 4, by means of a button 17, against the pressure of a resistant spring 10, an impression being thus produced on the paper. The frame 4 is guided on a bar 14, Figs. 3, 4, and 10, which thus constitutes a rail on which the whole machine moves.. Letter-spacing is effected by means of a pawl 16 engaging with notches 15 in the bar 14. The pawl is carried by the three-armed frame, and moves from one notch to the next when the frame is depressed. As the frame rises, the pawl causes the machine to move one letter space along the bar. To the vertical arm 7 is secured a spring 18, which carries inking-rollers 19. A tongue 25, Fig. 3, can be used as a stop to prevent the complete descent of the type-ring when a space is required without an impression. The bar 14 is secured at its ends to two horizontal tubes 27 telescoping with short tubes 28, of which one is shown in cross-section in Fig. 12. Suitable ratchet mechanism 36 is provided to feed the tubes 27 for line-spacing. The tubes 28 are supported by posts 30, which are clamped to the book &c. 33. In a modified form of the machine, the guiding-bar 14 passes through the centre of the type-ring, and the latter is rotated by means of a rack gearing with the centering-perforations, and having at each end a pointer moving over an inclined longitudinal index plate. The bar 14 may be carried by frames 40, Fig. 16, secured to sleeves 41 moving on bars 43 held in the clamps 45. Star-wheels 42 may be used for line-spacing purposes. In a further modification, the type-ring is centered at the impressionpoint by means of a serrated crown-wheel which engages with a suitable tooth. The type-ring is turned by a handle at the end of a shaft that is prolonged rearwardly and held in a pivoted cradle, so that, after adjustment, the type-ring can be depressed by the same handle to make the impression. The frame supporting the bar on which the type-ring moves is provided with a shaft bearing a pair of sharply-toothed star-wheels by which the line-spacing is effected.
Patent GB-190014114-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Emulsion for Removing Paints and Varnishes and Process for the Production of same.
Inventor: KLEE ABRAHAM
Filed: 1900-08-07
Granted: 1900-11-03
Abstract: 14,114. Klee, A. Aug. 7. Paints and varnishes, removing.-An emulsion for removing paints and varnishes consists of a mixture of water, linseed oil, soda, Venetian turpentine, and spirits of wine.
Patent GB-190015011-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for Sterilizing Water for Drinking Purposes.
Inventor: GROVE DAVID
Filed: 1900-08-22
Granted: 1901-04-27
Abstract: 15,011. Grove, D. Aug. 22. Liquids, sterilizing. -Relates to apparatus for sterilizing water for drinking purposes. The water to be treated is forced from a tank a by a pump b through a pipe c to a heat-exchanger d, having two sets of coils, up one of which the non-sterilized water flows and receives heat from the other coil, down which the hot sterilized water is flowing. The heated water then passes by a pipe e to an open boiler f, where the sterilization is completed. The overflow from the boiler f passes down a tube g, and is forced by a pump, connected to the pump b by a bar n as shown, through a pipe i and the coil d, being finally delivered by a pipe j to a vessel k.
Patent GB-190017365-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Furnace Doors.
Inventor: DAVIDSON SAMUEL CLELAND
Filed: 1900-10-01
Granted: 1900-11-17
Abstract: 17,365. Davidson, S. C. Oct. 1. Furnace-door fastenings; door holders.-Relates to means for holding fire and ashpit doors in their open position, more especially applicable in connection with marine boilers. The latch of a firedoor is prolonged beyond its pivot so as to engage beneath a helical surface L, Fig. 1, on the fixed part of the hinge. One or more notches G are formed in this surface into which the tail of the latch rises when the door is opened. In the case of an ashpit door, the meeting-surfaces of the hinges are formed with notches and projections 0, U, as shown in Fig. 7, which engage with one another to hold the door in its open position, the door being lifted to disengage it.
Patent GB-190023404-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Welts for Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: KNIPE WILLIAM ANDREW
Filed: 1900-12-21
Granted: 1901-01-26
Abstract: 23,404. Knipe, W. A. Oct. 10, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Welts and welting; soles.-Welt strips have one edge slit in the manner shown in Fig. 3, in order that they may be more easily curved to the form of the sole. Heel rands and shank thickeners are similarly treated.
Patent GB-190100466-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Match Making and Packing Machines.
Inventor: COBBAERT LOUIS
Filed: 1901-01-08
Granted: 1901-11-16
Abstract: 466. Cobbaert, L. Jan. 8. Match boxes, filling.-Relates to apparatus for drying and boxing matches, which have been manufactured by means such as those described in Specification No. 7276, A.D. 1899, [Abridgment Class Fuel &c.]. The matches are ejected and filled into match holders or drawers, in the manner described in Specification No. 7276, A.D. 1899. The shells or outer cases for receiving the drawers are placed within a series of compartments R<3>, Fig. 4, formed between vertical partitions supported by a platform R<4>. At the front ends of the compartments are arranged series of lateral springs R<9>, lower springs R<13>, and upper springs R'‹, which are secured to vertically-movable tubes R<11>, fitted within apertures in a fixed plate Q, and controlled by springs. The shells are placed with their front ends enclosing the springs R<9>, R<10>, R<13>, and, while the drawers are being forced into their corresponding shells by plungers R<8>, carried by reciprocating rods R<5>, the shells are held in position by a removable bar R<14>, fitted to the platform R<4>. The rods R<5> are connected by means of a bar R<15>, and are actuated simultaneously .
Patent GB-190100994-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and relating to, Wire Drawing Machines.
Inventor: BROWN EDWIN HENRY
Filed: 1901-01-15
Granted: 1901-06-22
Abstract: 994. Lake, H. H., [Brown, E. H.]. Jan. 15. Drawing; working by electricity.-A machine for drawing wire consists of a a series of single machines, or of one combined continuous drawing machine; each element being arranged as shown in Fig. 1. The wire A<3> passes from one die a<3> to drawing rollers B, B<1> and idle pulleys E, F, E<1> and thence to the next die, and finally to the reel (not shown). The rollers are gearea to a common pinion loose on the shaft C, but capable of being clutched thereto by an electo-magnetic clutch. All the shafts C are driven by belt gearing; The pulley F is mounted on a bell crank a<5>, held up by a spring g<3>. When the tension in the wire becomes excessive, the arm g of the bell crank is depressed and breaks an electric circuit disengaging the clutch of the succeeding drawing roller, and thus relieving the tension. A similar device is inserted between the last die and the reel. A device for annealing the wire comprises a standard i<3> between each pair of dies, on which are pivoted arms i<4> which rest on the wire. These arms are heated by electric current from a transformer coil i<5> and serve to anneal the wire.
Patent GB-190101267-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Prepayment Electricity Meters.
Inventor: SCHATTNER ERNEST
Filed: 1901-01-19
Granted: 1901-10-19
Abstract: 1267. Schattner, E. Jan. 19. Electricity, supplying, in general.-In a prepayment electric meter, the circuit between the terminals 32 is closed by acidulated water or other electrolyte in a cell 33, the circuit being broken by the lowering of the level of the liquid owing to decomposition. The circuit is again closed by lowering one or both of the electrodes or raising the level of the liquid by the introduction of a coin into the apparatus. Actuating-mechanism; coin action; coin-discharging mechanism.-A coin inserted into a shoot 2 tips a catch 9, normally held by a spiral spring against a stop 11, so as to free an operating-lever 7. This lever, when depressed by the hand, operates a spring-supported plunger 18 working in a cylinder 20 and operating a spring-closed valve 24 so as to eject the contents of the cylinder through a casing 26 and outlet 27 into the cell 33. The cylinder 20 communicates by openings 23 with an extension 21 of a water tank 4 having a lid 5. The lever 7 also depresses a lever 13, so as to allow the coin to run off the part 22 into a receptacle 3. In a modification, the cylinder 20 has a perforated outlet covered by a non-return rubber valve tube. The electrodes may be flexibly connected to a house &c. circuit and carried by a plate or disc suspended on the surface of the acidulated water. The suspension cord is attached to or passed over a drum rotated by a handle, after being freed by a coin, so as to lower the electrodes into the electrolyte. The drum may be normally held stationary by a spring pressing on its hub, and may be rotated by a coin dropping on to a radial arm. The introduction of more electrolyte may be effected by rotating a coin-freed handle.
Patent GB-190105819-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Process or Method of Producing in Relief Maps Casts or other Objects applicable for Educational Purposes.
Inventor: HILLYER NICHOLAS
Filed: 1901-03-19
Granted: 1902-01-30
Abstract: 5819. Hillyer, N. March 19. Maps; educational appliances.-Relates to the production of relief maps and other objects applicable for educational purposes. A relief map &c. is first produced in modelling-clay or other suitable material. After setting hard, negatives are cast in plaster of Paris or metal. From these negatives, which may be electroplated, the map &c. is cast in a light fibrous composition composed of cotton, hemp, or other fibres, tissue paper or paper pulp, pipeclay, fullers' earth, and flour paste. Several layers of paper are pasted over the bottom, to support the composition and to give it rigidity. The dry cast is coloured and marked in any suitable manner.